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24th Universiade (2007)

 

 

 Issue Name:

24th Universiade

 Thai Issue Name:

การแข่งขันกีฬามหาวิทยาลัยโลกฤดูร้อน ครั้งที่ 24

 Issue Date:

2007/2550-08-08

 Cause:

To commemorate the 24th Universiade, the international multi-sport event, organized for university athletes by the International University Sports Federation and held in Bangkok from 8 to 15 August 2007

 Catalogue Number:

2007/46

 Denomination:

3 Baht

 Unused Value:

4 Baht

 Used Value:

2 Baht

 Thailex Collection:

Unused stamp

 Size:

45 x 27 mm

 Quantity of Stamps:

1,200,000 pieces

 Printer:

Chan Wanich Security Printing Company Limited, Thailand

 Subject:

A hand held-up triumphantly whilst holding a golden medal with the slogan All Become One, suggesting the unity of all the athletes from different backgrounds participating in the 24th Universiade. In the top left corner is the symbol of the event, i.e. the letter U, formed with bands and stars in five colours and ending in a golden kranok design, i.e. a typical Thai flame-like motif, which is also seen in the background.

 Related Link:

kranok